Research Approaches of the Human Development Research Centre (HDRC)

Abstract

The Human Development Research Center (HDRC) is one of Bangladesh's leading research institutions. Since 1999, it has established an excellent reputation and standing in socioeconomic studies. HDRC has completed more than 250-300 contemplative studies on various topics. Through its outstanding research outputs and commitment to the goal of "Humane development through research and action," In addition to performing qualitative information-based research and large-scale primary quantitative data research, HDRC has a distinguished history of undertaking policy research and research-based advocacy work that has shed light on how people think and make decisions. This internship report is meant to fulfill the requirement for the internship evaluation process. I was placed at the Human Development Research Center (HDRC) as part of my internship for a minimum of three months to gain professional experience in a field related to my area of study. During the three months of my internship, I have learned a lot about areas of research, how to perform at my highest level at work, and project design. At the Human Development Research Center (HDRC), I had the good fortune to gain knowledge through my professional experiences. The internship program also helps me discover how to solve real problems in a research setting. HDRC's main areas of interest are population, health, reproductive health, primary healthcare, adolescent health and well-being, education, gender, human development, and resource development. It also includes work in the areas of poverty and inequality, poverty graduation, human deprivation, rights-based approaches to development, distributive justice, local governance and decentralization, labor market and employment, and information. In the areas of health, population, education, gender development, land rights, infrastructure, and the advancement of the underprivileged, disadvantaged, and indigenous people, HDRC has already made significant contributions to national policy-making. The researchers at HDRC are qualified to thoroughly comprehend important national and worldwide issues, conduct error-free statistical analyses, and produce reliable reports. HDRC experts are very proficient at gathering primary data in rural and indigenous areas using scientific survey formats. With the help of solid management, the firm employs its most qualified professionals by the requirements of the assignment. It has demonstrated skill and extensive experience working with all of Bangladesh's key government agencies, national and international NGOs, UN organizations, and development partners.